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A Guide To Your Financial Aid Package

2013-2014 ACADEMIC YEAR

This information is provided to accompany your student aid award package for the 2013-2014 academic year.

While the primary responsibility for meeting college costs rests with you and your family, the University as well as the state and federal governments can help. With the funds available, we have attempted to coordinate adequate resources to enable you to attend New York University.

The purpose of this guide is to describe the various forms of financial aid and to explain how an aid package is developed. It is also our intention to show you the proper procedure for using your financial aid award package and to help you explore other ways of meeting any remaining educational expenses.

Please carefully read this material and use it as a guide toward understanding your award.

 

What Is a Financial Aid Award Package?

A financial aid award package is the total amount of financial aid offered to a student by all sources. It is made up of components from one or more of the following three categories: scholarships and grants, loans and Federal Work-Study. Total student aid cannot exceed the total cost of attendance.

Whenever appropriate, awards are divided between the fall and the spring terms. In addition to scholarships and grants, we may suggest an amount for federal student loan programs (Federal Direct Stafford Loan or Federal Direct PLUS Loan), recommended work-study, and the University-administered Federal Perkins Loan.

Your financial aid award information is kept current and available for your reference on NYU Albert, where you can check your financial aid status, view your financial aid awards, and check for updates and messages.

After you have paid your tuition deposit, you will receive information about payments from the Office of the Bursar.

 

SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS

Scholarships and grants are types of gift aid that do not have to be repaid. They may take the form of University scholarships, federal or state grants, or outside scholarships.

For most undergraduates, eligibility for a merit-based and/or need-based scholarship is determined upon entrance to the University based on prior academic strengths and, if you apply for financial aid, your demonstrated financial need. Typically you will continue to receive for subsequent academic years the amount of scholarship you received for your first year (subject to the availability of funds), as long as the following criteria are met:

New York University Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and may reflect academic excellence as well as demonstrated financial need. The level of scholarship assistance depends on the quality of your academic record, the amount of financial need, and the availability of funds.

Federal Pell Grants
The Federal Pell Grant Program provides assistance to undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need according to economic criteria and program requirements established by the federal government. To be eligible, students must enroll in a degree program and be matriculated for their first bachelor's degree. (Students are not eligible if they have already completed a bachelor's degree.) An estimated award will be listed for you if we think you will be eligible. Your Student Aid Report (SAR) contains the official evaluation of your eligibility from the U.S. Department of Education. When you review your SAR, follow the instructions to make changes if necessary -- including updating your record to reflect actual tax figures if you used estimated data in order to meet the NYU application deadline -- and then save the final SAR for your records. You may also review and make changes to your SAR on the FAFSA website.

Federal Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant
Through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007, Congress created the Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program that provides grants of up to $4,000 per year to students who intend to teach in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families.

Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grants (FSEOG)
This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Education and administered by New York University to provide assistance to students with exceptional financial need. All students who qualify are automatically considered for this grant. However, our funds from this program are very limited.

Federal Veterans Benefits
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers education grant assistance to qualified U.S. military servicemembers and their families. > more

New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
The TAP grant is a resource available to many New York State residents. Eligibility is based on income guidelines and dependency status. If the financial information supplied on the FAFSA indicates that the student may be eligible for a TAP grant, an estimated award will be suggested and application instructions will be provided by the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) in Albany. The actual award certificate is also sent to the student by New York State (after HESC receives the student's FAFSA data and the student submits the TAP application). Students should apply for TAP each year to ensure renewed credit at the NYU Office of the Bursar.

State Scholarship Programs
Some students from outside New York State may qualify for funds from their state's scholarship programs that can be used at New York University. Students should contact their state's student financial aid agency (call 800-433-3243 to get its telephone number and address) to find out if they qualify and to obtain program requirements and application procedures. Qualified students should submit the eligibility notice from their state's program to the New York University Office of Financial Aid.

Scholarships and Grants from Other Organizations
In addition to the sources of gift aid described above, you may also be eligible for a private scholarship or grant from an outside organization or agency. Some sources to explore are employers, unions, professional organizations, and community and special interest groups. (The NYU Office of Undergraduate Admissions web site includes examples of such outside scholarships available to undergraduates that can be used at NYU.)

A number of extensive scholarship search services are available free on the Web, and a representative sample is included on the drop-down menu below. The scholarships and information presented by such services are not verified or endorsed by NYU. You must notify the Office of Financial Aid if you receive funds from any outside organization.

Scholarship Search Services

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The alphabetical list below is a representative survey of scholarship program information and free search services. New York University is not affiliated with, and does not endorse, any of the organizations included in this sample.

See also: National Scholarship Competitions (application requires NYU endorsement).

Outside scholarships count as a financial aid resource and must be added to a student's financial aid award. The Office of Financial Aid first applies the outside scholarship to a student's unmet need that is not already covered by financial aid. In some cases, loans not based on financial need may be reduced (private loans, Federal Unsubsidized Stafford, Federal PLUS, Graduate PLUS). If the student's need is already met by need-based aid, then that aid is replaced with the outside scholarship. Need-based loans are first replaced. If the outside scholarship exceeds the loan amounts, work-study and need-based grants are the next to be replaced. In most cases it is not necessary to reduce an NYU scholarship. Total aid (including outside assistance) cannot exceed the cost of attendance.


LOANS

Your financial aid package may include a loan. You may have been offered a Federal Perkins Loan, or we may have suggested that you borrow through the Federal Direct Stafford Student Loan Program or the Federal Direct PLUS Loan Program. A loan must be repaid. Therefore, when deciding whether to borrow, you should examine your need for assistance and your future ability to repay. Unlike consumer loans, student loans have longer terms of repayment and in most cases are not repayable until you leave school. Interest rates vary from program to program but are usually lower than rates on loans made to the general public. The precise terms of the loans are contained in the promissory notes that borrowers must sign. To be eligible for a federal loan, students must be officially admitted to NYU or matriculated in a degree or approved certificate/diploma program and making satisfactory academic progress toward degree requirements.

UNIVERSITY-ADMINISTERED LOANS

If you have been offered a University-Administered Loan it will be necessary to sign a promissory note before your loan can be disbursed. You should carefully read the instructions and complete the signing process on NYU Albert as soon as possible. You will not receive credit on your bursar's bill if you do not sign your promissory note.

Federal Perkins Loan Program
All students are automatically considered for the Federal Perkins loan, but funding for this program is primarily allocated to our neediest full-time students. The annual interest rate is 5 percent, and interest does not accrue while a student remains enrolled at least half-time.

A signed Master Promissory Not (MPN) is required only once and remains valid for up to 10 years. Students are required to complete a Truth in Lending statement and a Statement of Rights and Responsibilities each year as their eligibility is renewed. If you are eligible for a Perkins loan, your award package will indicate the amount. Please note that if you decide not to accept the loan, your eligibility for Perkins may be canceled in subsequent years.

Nursing Student Loans
The federally funded Nursing Student Loan may be offered to students who demonstrate financial need and enroll at least half-time in the College of Nursing. The annual interest rate is 5 percent, and interest does not accrue while the student remains enrolled at least half-time in a nursing program.

Health Professions Student Loan Program
The Health Professions Student Loan Program provides long-term, low-interest loans to students at the College of Dentistry who demonstrate financial need. The annual interest rate is currently 5 percent, and interest does not accrue while the student remains enrolled as a full-time student at a school eligible to participate in the health professions program.


LOANS FROM EXTERNAL SOURCES

If your award package indicates that you are eligible for a Federal Direct Stafford Loan and/or a Federal Direct PLUS Loan, the information and links below will instruct you how to complete the steps necessary to secure your loan.

Federal Direct Stafford Loan

Sponsor: U.S. Department of Education, 1-800-848-0979.
Amount: Up to $3,500 Freshman, $4,500 Sophomore, $5,500 Junior and Senior.
Interest: 6.80% (NOTE: Effective July 1, 2013 the interest rate on the Federal Direct Subsidized Stafford Loan is scheduled to increase to the maximum of 6.80%. If legislation deems otherwise, an update will be posted accordingly.)
Term: 10 years.
Fees: An origination fee of 1.0% (1.05% effective March 1, 2013, for an indefinite period) will be deducted from each disbursement.
Eligibility: Student must maintain at least half-time enrollment status in each enrolled semester and meet basic eligibility requirements.
Deferral:

Principal and interest*.  Repayment begins six months after graduation or when the student falls below half-time status.

* For new Subsidized Stafford Loans, the interest subsidy during the six-month grace period is canceled for students who fall below half-time status.

A Federal Direct Subsidized Stafford Loan is a low interest need-based loan available to undergraduate students enrolled at least half-time. The federal government pays loan interest while the student is in school, and loan repayment begins six months after the student graduates or drops below half-time enrollment.  For new Subsidized Stafford Loans, the interest subsidy during the six-month grace period is canceled for students who fall below half-time status.  Eligible students are automatically considered also for the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan (described below).

 

Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan

Sponsor: U.S. Department of Education, 1-800-848-0979.
Amount: Up to $5,500 Freshman, $6,500 Sophomore, $7,500 Junior/Senior, $20,500 Graduates, $40,500 Graduates in health professions.  (All amounts minus any subsidized Stafford loan.)  Additional unsubsidized amounts available: see below.
Interest: 6.80%
Term: 10 years.
Fees: An origination fee of 1.0% (1.05% effective March 1, 2013, for an indefinite period) will be deducted from each disbursement.
Eligibility: Student must maintain at least half-time enrollment status in each enrolled semester and meet basic eligibility requirements.
Deferral: Principal only. Interest may be capitalized. Repayment begins six months after graduation or when the student falls below half-time status.

Eligible students are automatically renewed for the Unsubsidized Stafford Loan.

If you are a dependent student whose parent was DENIED a Parent PLUS Loan (described below), you may be eligible for additional unsubsidized loan amounts. For Freshman & Sophomores the additional unsubsidized Stafford Loan is $4,000. For Juniors & Seniors the additional unsubsidized Stafford Loan is $5,000. Please contact the Office Of Financial Aid so we may suggest these amounts. Documentation of denied PLUS Loan may be required.

AGGREGATE STAFFORD LOAN LIMITS (SUBSIDIZED AND UNSUBSIDIZED):

  • Undergraduate Dependent Students: $31,000 (no more than $23,000
    of which can be subsidized).
  • Undergraduate Independent Students: $57,500 (no more than $23,000
    of which can be subsidized).
  • Graduate and Professional Students: $138,500 (no more than $65,500
    of which can be subsidized).
  • Graduate and Professional Students in the Health Professions: $224,000 (no more than $65,500 of which can be subsidized).
  • The debt limit for Graduate and Professional Students includes any Stafford loans received for undergraduate study.

 

 

Federal Direct PLUS Loan

Sponsor: U.S. Department of Education, 1-800-848-0979.
Amount: Up to the full cost of education, minus all other financial aid received.
Interest: 7.90%
Term: 10 years.
Fees: An origination fee of 4.0% (4.20% effective March 1, 2013, for an indefinite period) will be deducted from each disbursement.
Eligibility: Student must maintain at least half-time enrollment status in each enrolled semester and meet basic eligibility requirements.
Deferral: Principal only. Interest may be capitalized. To apply for an in-school deferment, Direct Parent PLUS borrowers should call Direct Lending at 1-800-848-0979.

The Federal Direct PLUS Loan is available to parents of dependent undergraduate students and to qualifying graduate and professional students. PLUS loans help pay for education expenses up to the cost of attendance minus all other financial aid received. Interest is charged during all periods. The U.S. Department of Education will evaluate the borrower's credit history to determine eligibility.

Private Loan Programs
A private (non-federal) loan may be a financing option for students who are not eligible for federal aid or who need additional funding beyond the maximum amounts offered by federal loans. For more information on the terms and conditions of the suggested private loan, see Private (Non-Federal) Alternative Loans.


FEDERAL WORK-STUDY

Most financial aid award packages include work-study. This means that you are eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study Program, and may earn up to the amount recommended in your package.  Federal Work-Study jobs, generally averaging from 15 to 20 hours per week, are secured through The Wasserman Center for Career Development. Positions in various on-campus departments and organizations are available (though not guaranteed) and usually pay $8.00 or more per hour.

Important Notice: Work-Study earnings are not credited toward tuition and fees or room and board but are paid to the student on a bi-weekly basis. Money earned from employment is normally used for books, transportation, and personal expenses.

Students are not required to meet their earnings expectation through the Federal Work-Study Program, and may choose not to accept Federal Work-Study and seek instead employment in an on-campus or off-campus job in which wages are paid entirely by the employer's budget.

New York University provides a wide range of employment opportunities for students, and all are encouraged to take advantage of the placement services (including summer jobs) offered by The Wasserman Center for Career Development, located at 133 East 13th Street. Students may use the center immediately upon payment of their tuition deposit.

Important information for graduate students:
Graduate assistantships are available in some schools Graduate assistantships and teaching fellowships provide tuition remission and a stipend. Duties include teaching, research, and other activities related to departmental needs. All applicants for assistantships, whether or not other types of financial aid are requested, should contact their department directly for information, instructions, and applications.  A graduate assistantship may affect eligibility for some forms of financial aid.  Please contact the Office of Financial Aid if your award package does not indicate your assistantship.

TUITION REMISSION

Members of New York University staff, faculty, and officers or administrators and their dependents who are eligible for tuition remission are encouraged to apply for financial aid (by submitting the FAFSA), and may qualify for Federal Subsidized Stafford Loans, Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, Federal PLUS Loans, Federal Pell Grants, the Federal TEACH Grant, and some private (non-federal) alternative loan programs. Please contact the NYU Benefits Office for details about tuition remission, and learn also how to apply online. Please note, if you were offered an NYU Scholarship and you have elected to utilize tuition remission, you are no longer eligible for the NYU Scholarship.

NYU Students

How a Financial Aid Package Is Developed

In developing your financial aid award package, we begin by constructing a budget based on the estimated cost of education for the academic year (not including the January and summer sessions). After analyzing your resources, calculating your need, and assessing your level of academic achievement, we determine your financial aid award in relation to your budget.

CONSTRUCTING YOUR BUDGET

Your need for financial assistance is calculated as the difference between the estimated cost of your education (your budget) and your resources. An estimated expense budget includes tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, personal expenses, and a transportation allowance.

Although we use standard amounts for certain categories of students, budgets vary depending on the following factors:

  • Where you plan to reside -- at home with your parents, in an on-campus residence hall, or in an off-campus apartment.
  • The number of points for which you will register.

ANALYZING YOUR RESOURCES

New York University, like all colleges and universities, bases its "financial need" analysis on the federally mandated formula called the "federal need analysis methodology," or EFC (Expected Family Contribution). To learn more, visit the U.S. Department of Education website and see the EFC Formula Guide under "Publications by Document Type."

In summary, the EFC provides a tool to estimate the amount you and your family are expected to contribute (family contribution) toward your education. It includes factors such as taxable and nontaxable income, assets (savings, etc.), benefits (for example, income from Social Security or unemployment insurance), and the number of family members in college. The amount calculated is subtracted from the cost of attending New York University, yielding your financial need:

Cost of Attending NYU minus Expected Family Contribution equals Financial Need

We try to "package," that is, combine, financial aid programs -- scholarships and grants, loans, and work programs -- to help meet the annual cost of attending NYU. The actual mix of your aid package varies according to need and academic ability. If your family's financial situation changes significantly after you have submitted the FAFSA, you may send an email to us to request a review based on the new circumstances.

 

REVIEWING YOUR ACADEMIC RECORD

 

SPECIAL NOTES FOR COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY GRADUATE DDS STUDENTS

Scholarship aid is extremely limited and awarded only to students who demonstrate exceptional academic merit.

Budgets
If you reside in any of the five boroughs of New York City, we use an off-campus budget for purposes of determining your need for federal financial aid.

Parental Contribution
Even though you may be an "independent student," we incorporate a parental contribution in the analysis of your need for purposes of determining your eligibility under the federal Health Professions Student Loan Program. Parental contribution is included in your total family contribution.

Loans
In calculating your need, we assume that you will have available $40,500 through the Unsubsidized Stafford Student Loan. You may also borrow Federal Graduate Plus loan or private, credit-based loans in addition to the Stafford student loan. To be eligible for private loans, you must have an acceptable credit rating. In some circumstances, the inability to borrow private loans due to negative credit will seriously affect your ability to finance your dental education. The College of Dentistry does not have the resources to lend money to students who cannot obtain private loans.

 

SPECIAL NOTES FOR SCHOOL OF LAW STUDENTS

The majority of students in U.S. law schools finance their education with federal and private loans. U.S. citizens or permanent residents are eligible for most types of federal loans.  International J.D. students may be eligible to receive institutional need and merit-based scholarship funding from the NYU School of Law.  International LL.M. students are eligible for merit-based scholarship funding only, as determined by the Office of Admissions.  International students may apply for a private student loan from a U.S. lender, however the loan approval is determined by the specific lender. Typically international students must have a credit-worthy U.S. citizen or permanent resident as a co-signer to secure a private student loan from a U.S. lender.

Institutional Financial Assistance
NYU School of Law's financial aid program strives to help students pursue a legal education regardless of financial resources. The Committee on Admissions and Financial Aid determines the allocation of all scholarships and grants in a manner consistent with the School of Law's commitment to academic achievement and improving access to legal education. Institutional aid is awarded on the basis of need, merit, and a combination of need and merit. The School of Law makes these awards in order to enroll the strongest class possible and to provide funds to those students with demonstrated financial need.

Eligibility for need-based funding is determined by an institutional formula. The formula requires parental financial information and is compulsory for all applicants for institutional aid, regardless of the student's age or marital status. Requiring parental information allows us to place all applicants on a more equal footing.  Parental information is not required for applicants who only want to be considered for merit-based institutional funding.  Please refer to the NYU School of Law Admitted Students bulletin for further information about the financial aid application process or visit www.law.nyu.edu/financialaid.

The Student Expense Budget
The cost of a legal education includes tuition and fees, room and board, books, and personal expenses. The Office of Student Financial Services develops student budgets that estimate an individual student's projected educational expenses. Federal regulations provide guidance on the development of the student expense budget, and schools are limited in the types of items that can be included in the budget.  For example, consumer debt is not an allowable budget item.  This budget also governs the total amount of aid including loans that is available to students in any given year.

Loans
A total of $20,500 in federal Direct Unsubsidized loans is available to eligible law students. Students may also borrow a federal Direct Grad Plus loan up to the full cost of attendance, less any other resources. Students must file a FAFSA to be eligible for federal loans. Private, credit-based loans are also available to most students. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to provide information about private loan options. Visit www.law.nyu.edu/financialaid for more information.

The Importance of Credit
Some federal loans and almost all private loans require the borrower to have good credit.  The inability to borrow through some federal and private loan programs because of negative credit may seriously impact a student's ability to finance a legal education. It is critical that students maintain their credit rating prior to entering and during their law school tenure. The School of Law does not have the resources to lend money to students who cannot obtain loans.

Outside Scholarships
Any non-NYU School of Law award must be reported to the Office of Student Financial Services. These scholarships must be included as resources under the student expense budget. The total amount a student will be able to borrow in loans may be reduced as a result of external awards.

 

Optional Payment Plans

After thoroughly reviewing the amounts and types of financial aid you have been offered by the University, you and your family will now need to set up firm plans for paying your college bills. (Comprehensive cost of attendance information is available at Tuition, Fees and Expenses.) At this time, you may want to consider the payment options offered by the University to assist you with the portion of college costs for which you and your family will be responsible. You may use one of these plans or a combination of several. By combining these payment alternatives with your financial aid package, you should find a New York University education financially accessible.

School Financial Aid Contacts: Undergraduate

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Newly admitted undergraduate students should contact the Office of Financial Aid for assistance (phone 212-998-4444 or e-mail financial.aid@nyu.edu).  Returning or continuing undergraduate students may contact their school representatives listed below:

College of Arts and Sciences

College of Dentistry

College of Nursing

Gallatin School of Individualized Study

  • Celeste Orangers, Director of Student Services
    phone: 212-998-7348
    e-mail: co2@nyu.edu
  • Linda Wheeler Reiss, Associate Dean for Finance and Administration
    phone: 212-992-9839
    e-mail: linda.reiss@nyu.edu

Liberal Studies Program

School of Continuing and Professional Studies:
Center for Hospitality, Tourism, and Sports Management

  • Sandra Dove Lowther, Director Academic Services
    phone: 212-998-9106
    e-mail: sd2@nyu.edu

School of Continuing and Professional Studies:
Adult Degree Programs

  • Tamiah Niambi Brevard, Assistant Director, Admissions and Financial Aid
    phone: 212-998-7100
    e-mail: brevat01@nyu.edu

Silver School of Social Work

Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development

  • Pat Carey, Associate Dean of Student Services and Public Affairs
    phone: 212-998-5025
    e-mail: patricia.carey@nyu.edu

Leonard N. Stern School of Business

  • Diann Witt, Assistant Dean, Planning & Student Services
    phone: 212-998-0090
    e-mail: dwitt@stern.nyu.edu

Tisch School of the Arts

  • Dory Smith-Wilson, Associate Director
    phone: 212-998-1911
    e-mail: dls1@nyu.edu

School Financial Aid Contacts: Graduate

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The contact information below is for scholarship inquiries only; all other inquiries should be directed to the Office of Financial Aid, phone 212-998-4444 or e-mail financial.aid@nyu.edu.

College of Dentistry

College of Nursing

  • Laureen Campanelli, Scholarship and Recruitment Officer
    phone: 212-998-5149
    e-mail: lel3@nyu.edu

Gallatin School of Individualized Study

Global University

Graduate School of Arts and Sciences

Institute of Fine Arts

School of Continuing & Professional Studies

  • Tamiah Niambi Brevard, Assistant Director, Admissions and Financial Aid
    phone: 212-998-7100
    e-mail: brevat01@nyu.edu

School of Law

School of Medicine

Silver School of Social Work

Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development

Stern School of Business

Tisch School of the Arts

  • John Brown, Graduate Admissions & Financial Aid
    phone: 212-998-1915
    e-mail: john.brown@nyu.edu

Tisch School of the Arts Asia

Wagner Graduate School of Public Service

Very Important Points to Remember

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  1. Review the Student Aid Report (SAR) you receive from the U.S. Department of Education. Be sure that all required sections are complete and accurate and that you indicated the federal school code number 002785 for New York University. Follow the instructions to make corrections if necessary (e.g. final income tax return information), and then keep the final SAR for your records. (You can review and make changes to your SAR record on the FAFSA website.)
  2. Keep a copy of all documents that you submit to the Office of Financial Aid.
  3. Be certain that you understand the conditions of the awards you accept. Adhere to deadlines and the Satisfactory Academic Progress standards.
  4. Advise the Office of Financial Aid immediately if you receive student aid funds from any independent outside source (e.g. private scholarships and grants). A change in your resources may affect your NYU financial aid package.
  5. Respond immediately to all requests from the Office of Financial Aid. Failure to comply may result in the cancellation of your aid.
  6. Traditional Undergraduate students are packaged based on full-time enrollment (at least 12 points). Consult with the Office of Financial Aid immediately if you reduce your academic program to fewer points or you intend to begin part-time (less than 12 points). Also contact us if there is a change in your housing status. A change in enrollment or housing status may affect the financial aid you receive.
  7. Be sure to notify the Office of the University Registrar of your current address and permanent address by using NYU Albert.
  8. Remember that you must reapply for financial aid each year. The CSS Profile is not required after your first year. The NYU priority deadline for the FAFSA form next year is April 1. (Important: your application, with all necessary signatures, must be received and validated by the processor and released to NYU by April 1). Also, if you submitted a FAFSA for the current academic year and received an NYU scholarship, you must submit the FAFSA again each year to ensure normal processing. Graduate students should check with their school's financial aid office for specific scholarship deadlines, if different.
  9. Withdrawal: Students should refer to the official academic withdrawal policy described in their school bulletin, and then use the Semester Withdrawal Form on the Office of the University Registrar web site. Those receiving federal aid who withdraw completely may be billed for remaining balances resulting from the mandatory return of funds to the U.S. government. The amount of federal aid "earned" up to that point is determined by the withdrawal date and a calculation based on the federally prescribed formula. Generally, federal assistance is earned on a pro rata basis.

Where to Go for Help

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Office of Financial Aid
New York University
Student Services Center
25 West Fourth Street
New York, NY 10012-1119
212-998-4444

  • Apply for financial aid
  • Discuss a financial aid award
  • Process a loan deferment
  • Telephone Tips: Office of Financial Aid telephone lines can be quite busy during certain times of the year: (1) from April 1 to May 15, when our prospective freshmen are choosing their college; (2) from July 1 to August 15, when the fall bills have been issued; and (3) during registration.
    During the remainder of the year, most calls are answered with little waiting time. To reach a financial aid counselor right away, we suggest that you (1) call Tuesday or Thursday (Mondays are the busiest); (2) call between 9 and 11 a.m. or 3:30 and 5 p.m.; and (3) use NYU Albert to obtain routine information about your award or the status of your financial aid application.
    You may also send an email to us or visit our office, instead of phoning.  Our staff will review your message and respond as quickly as possible.

Office of the Bursar
New York University
Student Services Center
25 West Fourth Street
New York, NY 10012
212-998-2800

  • Make a payment
  • Inquire about a refund
  • Pay your bill
  • Go to website

Office of the University Registrar
New York University
Student Services Center
25 West Fourth Street
New York, NY 10012
212-998-4800

  • Enrollment reporting for loan deferments
  • TAP certification
  • Go to website

Office of Residential Life and Housing Services
New York University
726 Broadway, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10003
212-998-4600

  • Explore the Residence Halls
  • Residence Hall payment and billing
  • Go to website

Wasserman Center for Career Development
New York University
133 East 13th Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10003
212-998-4730

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